Homer, Alaska vs. Sitka, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sitka, Alaska is 10.7% more expensive than Homer, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $75,297 in Sitka, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Homer, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sitka, Alaska is more expensive than Homer, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% more expensive in Sitka
than in Homer, Alaska
Homer, AK vs. Sitka, AK
Compared to Homer, Sitka is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  18.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.4% lower
  Commute
  11.5% lower
  Health
  2.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% higher